1-1/4 pounds ground beef
2 packages (3 ounces each) Oriental-flavored ramen noodles,separated
2 cups frozen oriental vegetable mixture
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground ginger
3 tablespoons green onion,cut in 1" pieces
1 medium onion,chopped
1 tablespoon garlic,minced
1 teaspoon soy sauce
In skillet,brown ground beef over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes.Add garlic and onions after beef has been browning 5 minutes.Remove beef with slotted spoon; season with seasoning packet from noodles.Place noodles in skillet.Add vegetable mixture,2 cups water or beef broth,soy sauce,ginger and seasoning packet.Bring to a boil,reduce heat,cover and simmer several minutes or until noodles are done.Add beef to skillet once more,cook 1-2 additional minutes.American Chop Suey Variation:Instead of ramen noodles and flavoring packet,substitute leftover or pre-cooked pasta and one beef bouillon cube.Omit ginger and soy sauce.Add one 8-12 oz can diced tomatoes,tomato soup,or tomato sauce to skillet after beef has browned; continue as above.Serve wth microwave-melted cheese,or sprinkle with grated parmesan.Fast and Easy!
